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Health & Fitness

Tankerhoosen Valley Treasures

The Tankerhoosen River is only five miles long flowing east to west
across southern Vernon. It is often overshadowed by Rockville and its
rich industrial history; yet the Tankerhoosen River valley has its own story to tell of old mills, manufacturing, murder, lost villages, war heroes, scientific discovery and enterprising pioneers.

Deservedly known for its many hiking trails what is not appreciated is how connected the green areas are giving Vernon a unique characteristic not found in any other area town.

On Wednesday evening, April 23 at 7 p.m. the Vernon Greenway Volunteers will hold their annual Spring kickoff meeting with featured speaker JON ROE, webmaster of www.tankerhoosen.info, who will  take you on a tour down the Tankerhoosen Valley exploring special gardens, landscape features, historical sites, and share the beauty of the area as well as the stories of those who visited or lived in the area. 

Even for those who have lived their whole lives in Vernon there are places and stories along the Tankerhoosen that hold hidden treasures. And for those who have spent their whole life in Vernon we would like to hear your stories of growing up in the Tankerhoosen Valley.

The program will be held at the Teen Center, 375 Hartford Turnpike (Route 30) in Vernon. The cost is free and the public is welcome. For information contact DON BELLINGHAM at (860) 872-6061 or vernongreenways@att.net.

For more visit: VernonGreenways.org or Tankerhoosen.info.



 




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